Jeremiah 16:13

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

لِذَلِكَ سَأرمِيكُمْ خَارِجَ هَذِهِ الأرْضِ إلَى أرْضٍ غَريبَةٍ عَلَيْكُمْ وَعَلَى آبَائِكُمْ. وَسَتَخْدِمُونَ آلِهَةً أُخْرَى هُنَاكَ لَيْلًا وَنَهَارًا، لِأنِّي لَنْ أرحَمَكُمْ.›»

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God is warning the people of Judah that He will exile them from their homeland to a foreign land where they will serve other gods and not receive His favor. This is a message of divine judgment for their disobedience.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you were playing in your favorite park, but because you didn't follow the rules, your parents decided to send you to a park you've never been to and you won't be able to play your favorite games there. That's kind of what God is saying here, but much more serious.

Historical Background

Jeremiah 16:13 was written by the prophet Jeremiah around 600 BC during the reign of King Jehoiakim. It was addressed to the people of Judah, who were being warned about the consequences of their disobedience to God.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can remind us of the importance of staying true to our values and commitments. For instance, if you promise to be loyal to a friend but start spending all your time with others who don't share the same values, you might find yourself in a situation where your friendship is strained and you feel out of place.

Topics

• judgment
• exile
• worship
• disobedience
• divine favor
• consequences

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 4:19
• Psalms 106:35-36
• Isaiah 1:2-3
• Ezekiel 20:7-8
• Matthew 15:8-9

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this verse tell us about God's expectations?

This verse tells us that God expects faithfulness from His people. Disobedience leads to consequences such as exile and loss of divine favor.

How can we avoid the fate described in this verse?

To avoid this fate, we must stay committed to following God's commands and not be swayed by the influences around us that lead us astray.

Is there any hope after being exiled according to this verse?

While this verse focuses on the judgment, other parts of the Bible provide hope of restoration and return if the people repent and turn back to God.

How does this verse relate to the concept of divine judgment?

This verse illustrates that divine judgment involves the loss of a familiar homeland and the presence of unfavorable conditions, reflecting the severity of God's displeasure with disobedience.